Medical Retina Specialty Doctor

Moorfields Eye Hospital, London; London; On-site; GBP 96,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-class eye hospital as a Medical Retina Specialist Doctor, where your expertise in ophthalmology will contribute to innovative patient care and groundbreaking research. With a commitment to excellence, equity, and kindness, this role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a leading institution that has been at the forefront of eye health for over 200 years. You will engage in clinical sessions, manage administrative duties, and participate in research initiatives, all while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality eye care and want to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

32 days annual leave

Study leave

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Must have GMC Registration and relevant ophthalmology qualifications.
• Completion of a medical retina fellowship is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical sessions for Medical Retina and Naevus clinics.
• Contribute to research, teaching, and training within the service.

Skills

Ability to work unsupervised

Competent in performing cataract surgery

Communication skills

Team player

Education

FULL GMC Registration

FRCOphth/MRCOphth or equivalent

Completion of medical retina fellowship

Job description

We have vacancies in the following sectors

If you want to be part delivering world class eye health services and you share our values: excellence, equity, and kindness, then we would love to hear from you!

Main area: Ophthamology
Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 40 hours per week (10 sessions per week including 2x SPA sessions)
Job ref: 273-MR-8988

Site: Moorfields Eye Hospital
City Road
Town: London
Salary: £96,990 - £107,155 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 01/01/2025 23:59

Moorfields - A global leader in Ophthalmology

We are Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Founded in 1804, Moorfields Eye Hospital is a world-class centre of excellence for eye health services, ophthalmic research, and education.

This is an exciting time to join Moorfields. The pandemic fast-tracked a huge amount of innovation which is changing the way we work and deliver care. Construction is under way on Oriel, our new eye care, research, and education centre being built in Camden.

Job overview

Medical Retina Specialist Doctor

Applications are invited for a full time Specialist Grade in Medical Retina at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The clinical sessions will comprise of Naevus/Medical retina face to face and telephone clinic.

Main duties of the job

The full-time job plan will consist of 8.25 clinical sessions with the provision for 1.75 SPA/administration sessions. The direct clinical sessions will include 5 Medical Retina and Naevus clinics (including a 0.5PA MR telephone clinic), 1 session managing the administrative work as the MR high-cost drugs (HCD) and PIFU admin lead and 2.25 sessions in the Clinical research facility.

Working for our organisation

Moorfields is one of the world’s leading eye hospitals, providing expertise in clinical care, research and education. We have provided excellence in eye care for more than 200 years and we continue to be at the forefront of new breakthroughs and developments.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Research

Moorfields is an important research institution and each individual will be expected to contribute to research, teaching, and training within the Service.

Study and Training

Study leave is granted prospectively by the Study Leave Sub-Committee, following Consultant approval and is subject to agreement by the Clinical Management Board.

Annual Leave Entitlement

32 days per annum for full time employees, is awarded in line with the Trust’s Annual Leave policy and within the rules defined by the local service.

Person specification

Education & Qualifications

• FULL GMC Registration OR eligible for Full Registration with the GMC with License to Practise at time of appointment.
• FRCOphth/MRCOphth OR equivalent.

Further Training & Knowledge

• Completion of medical retina fellowship.
• Competent in delivering PDT treatment.

Skills & Ability

• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Competent in performing cataract surgery and completed 250 independent cases.

Experience

• 4 Years full-time postgraduate training at least two of which must be in the Ophthalmology Specialty Training Programme or have equivalent experience & competencies.
• Experience in the assessment and management of patients with Medical Retinal conditions.

Personality & Personal Attributes

• Able to communicate well with patients & establish good working relationships with staff.
• Capacity to cope under pressure.
• Team player.

Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references. We do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts, so please consider this before applying.

Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction.

If we receive sufficient applications, we will close this ad prior to the closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at [e-mail].

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us